Material Estimator (Repair) All-Levels

Job Posting End Date: Until Filled 

Shift:                              All

Security Clearance:      No Clearance required

SUMMARY

The Estimator develops accurate and complete labor, material, and subcontractor cost estimates for repair, overhaul, and modernization work on government and commercial vessels. The role requires technical judgment, strong analytical capability, and shipboard inspections to identify work scope, access considerations, and interference issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Develop detailed labor and material estimates using drawings, specifications, and shipchecks.
• Interpret work item specifications and prepare clarifying inquiries when needed.
• Identify access constraints and interference issues through shipboard inspections.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotations.
• Retrieve cost and labor data from LMS and historical archives.
• Track job progress and integrate lessons learned into future estimates.
• Collaborate with production teams, subcontractors, vendors, and customers.
• Provide guidance to Junior Estimator as needed.
• Prepare complete estimate documentation and comply with company standards.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma required; technical or maritime coursework preferred.
• Knowledge of shipboard systems, equipment, and repair processes.
• Ability to conduct ship inspections and work in industrial shipyard environments.
• Proficiency in MS Office and estimating software tools.
• Ability to work in shipyard environments and manage multiple technical tasks under pressure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The essential functions of this role require work in both an office and industrial setting. The role requires prolonged periods of working in a stationary position, operating a computer, computer programs, and standard office equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. The role requires perceiving information and communicating effectively with others in person, online, and on the phone. The role also requires prolonged periods of working in indoor and outdoor industrial settings.  Must have the ability to safely access, navigate, and traverse the shipyard, construction areas, production areas, ships, and warehouses. Must be able to transit uneven surfaces and be agile to move quickly to avoid hazards and respond to unexpected obstacles. Must be able to observe, detect, identify, perceive, recognize, and process information to remain alert and timely comply with all safety requirements. Must be able to move, transport, and use equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. Duties performed on ships require ascending and descending stairs and ladders, transiting on scaffolding and at heights, transiting through manholes and other narrow, confined, or congested spaces. This position requires exposure to industrial areas which contain hazardous materials, loud noise (including sirens, horns, chipping, slamming, and hammering), dust, fumes, and exposure to weather.

ACCOUNTABILITY

This role directly contributes to the company’s competitiveness and profitability by producing accurate and timely repair estimates. It is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of data collection, documentation, and basic estimate inputs while supporting the overall quality and timeliness of estimates that influence the company’s success.

PAY SCALE

Junior  $69,400- $89,800

Mid  $81,900 - $105,900

Senior  $88,800 - $121,500

This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services. 

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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